Narendradeva
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| Narendradeva | |
|---|---|
| King of Nepal | |
| Reign | 643–679 |
| Predecessor | Bhimarjunadeva |
| Successor | Shivadeva II |
| Issue | Shivadeva II |
| Dynasty | Lichchhavi Dynasty |
| Father | Udaydeva |
| Religion | Hinduism |
Narendradeva or Narendra Deva was a Licchavi king who ruled from 643 to 679. He was the son of Uday Deva.[1] He initiated diplomatic relations with the Chinese emperor and oversaw the development of Nepal as a trade gateway between India and Tibet.[2] Nepal in the reign of Narendra Deva was generally seen as a prosperous and powerful country.[3][1] With the improved relation with China and Tibet, it was seen as a thriving centre by serving as a gateway from India to China for all kinds of people. It was around this time the art of paper making was introduced to Nepal from China. Nepal exported some finest quality handmade paper, along with musk, orpiment, blankets, etc. to India.[3]
Narendra Deva's father, Uday Deva, was ousted by his brother Dhruv Deva, and Jishnu Gupta in around 624 C.E. The family of Uday Deva fled to Tibet.[3][1] After some time, an absolute rule of Jishnu Gupta started in Nepal which was succeeded by the joint rule of Bishnu Gupta, the son of Jishnu Gupta, and Bhimarjuna Deva, the son of Dhruv Deva. Narendra Deva, with the Tibetan Empire's help, reclaimed his ancestral throne from them in around 643 C.E.[3][1]
